Military Catholic Chaplain

ARMY & AIRFORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE - AAFES; Warren (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Chaplain to provide spiritual care and guidance to Airmen worldwide. Responsibilities include managing spiritual centers, conducting services, and advising leadership on ethical and moral issues. This position requires significant education and pastoral experience, making it ideal for those committed to the spiritual resilience of military personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Master of Divinity or equivalent with no less than 72 hours.
• Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations.
• Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites.
• Advise leadership on spiritual and moral issues.

Skills

Religious Ministry Leadership

Pastoral Care

Ethical Consultation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree

Job description

Nothing tests religious beliefs more than many situations our Airmen face throughout the course of their service. Providing pastoral care ministry and counseling to those of faith and those of no faith, Air Force chaplains are religious ministry professionals who support the spiritual resilience of our Airmen worldwide. As spiritual leaders, chaplains are relied upon for faith and personal guidance. They also advocate for our Airmen and consult with leadership on moral, ethical, and quality-of-life issues.

Responsibilities

1. Manage and support spiritual centers on military installations around the world
2. Conduct worship services, liturgies, and rites
3. Advise leadership on spiritual, religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality-of-life issues
4. Supervise and manage chapel personnel, operations, and religious ministry programs

Qualifications, Education, and Training

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 120 semester hours. Master of Divinity or equivalent theological degree with no less than 72 hours from an accredited institution.
• Pastoral Ministry Experience: Two years of religious ministry leadership experience.
• Denominations: Christian Protestant, Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox Christian, Roman Catholic, Other faith groups.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Receive an Ecclesiastical Endorsement from a DoD-recognized endorser.
• Meet medical and physical fitness standards.
• No convictions by courts-martial or civilian courts (except minor traffic violations).
• No disciplinary action for unprofessional or inappropriate relationships, financial irresponsibility, domestic violence, or child abuse.
• Be commissioned by age 40; age waivers may be available.

Additional Information

• Personnel Status: Officer. Upon joining, you will be commissioned as an officer. Your rank will be based on education level and experience.
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, Government Administration

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